The 28th season of Big Brother has officially kicked off, and among the fresh faces in the 2026 lineup, reality TV fans might spot a familiar name: Jason De Puy.
As the beloved reality series returns on July 9, anticipation is building as viewers eagerly await the chance to meet the new housemates. The show’s concept remains straightforward: a group of strangers cohabitating and engaging in strategic social games. However, when it comes to the complexities of reality TV intrigue, Big Brother delivers anything but simplicity.
Audiences delight in following the contestants’ journeys. Whether they’re tuning in to the round-the-clock live feeds or watching the thrice-weekly episodes, fans revel in seeing individuals from diverse backgrounds navigate their unique environment.
With the release of the Big Brother 2026 contestant lineup, speculation is already rife regarding the season’s dynamics. One participant, however, isn’t a stranger to the spotlight. Behind the scenes, this contestant is a familiar figure to dedicated RuPaul’s Drag Race enthusiasts, who are thrilled to see Jason De Puy step into the Big Brother house.
Who is Jason De Puy?
Jason De Puy, a 35-year-old drag performer, gained fame through the acclaimed series RuPaul’s Drag Race. Recognizable to some as Salina EsTitties, Jason captivated audiences on both RuPaul’s Drag Race and the Drag Race All Stars seasons. Indeed, fans familiar with Salina will be excited to follow Jason’s latest reality TV journey.
De Puy was born and raised in San Francisco, California and has been doing drag for over 10 years.
What Season of Rupaul’s Drag Race is Salina EsTitties On?
Salina EsTitties originally competed on Season 15 of Rupaul’s Drag Race. She was eliminated in Episode 12 and placed in 6th place. During the reunion, she was awarded the Golden Boot Award for her Episode 3 Metallica runway.
In April 2026, EsTitties was announced as one of the queens returning for Season 11 of Rupaul’s Drag Race All Stars, which is currently airing on Paramount+. She competed in the pink bracket against Crystal Methyd, Silky Nutmeg Ganache, Aura Mayari, April Carrión, and Vivacious. She did not make it to the semi-finals, and was eliminated in Episode 6.
When Does Big Brother Premiere?
The premiere episode of Big Brother Season 28 airs July 9 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+ Premium.
Where To Watch Big Brother:
You’ll be able to watch Big Brother live on CBS, and streaming the next day on Paramount+.
Paramount+ offers two subscription plans, Essential and Premium. Right now, you can get started with a seven-day free trial on the Premium plan.
The ad-supported Essential plan typically costs $8.99/month, while the ad-free Premium plan (which comes with Showtime titles and live CBS) costs $13.99/month.